Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic drugs. It serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for designing bioactive molecules due to its electron-withdrawing nitro group and stable oxadiazole ring. Commonly applied in research for anticancer, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory agents. Also utilized in agrochemical research for developing novel pesticides and herbicides. Its structural features make it valuable in materials science for creating luminescent compounds and organic semiconductors.